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666357 tn?1225318814

regulate poop

I'm trying to lose weight, but i hadn't pooped in, like, 3-5 days and then suddenly today i pooped 4 times. help?
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666357 tn?1225318814
yes! thanks! just started taking probiotic pills
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How much fiber do you eat? Do your best to get at least 40g a day. (Lots of veggies and fruits.) Also, probiotics will help. Your water intake should be at 1oz for every 2lbs, at least.

Good luck.
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666357 tn?1225318814
how can i regulate it? i drink a lot of water already...
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Sounds like basic constipation. You don't do anything for a while, then *wham* all at once.
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